Malmaison Brighton

Hotels
Frasers Hospitality
8.2 (4928 reviews)
Brighton Marina , Brighton & Hove , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great Location
Friendly Staff
Clean Rooms
Good Breakfast
Free Parking
Cons:
Uncomfortable Bed
Slow Service
Needs Refurbishing

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Room was well-sized, very clean, bed and bedding incredibly comfortable.
Service
8.6
Staff were lovely; exceptional service from waiter Alfie and the assistant manager.
Location
8.5
Location was great for marina; stunning location on the boardwalk.
Room Quality
7.8
Beds and pillows super comfortable, but room decor could use updating.
Amenities
8.1
Free parking was a great benefit; bar and restaurant on-site were enjoyable.
Value for Money
7.6
Not worth the premium charged given some flaws in room and services.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Food was very good at the restaurant, excellent breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.4
Positive overall stay; would come again despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 07:51

Property Description

Waterfront Location with Stunning Views
Located on Brighton Marina, Malmaison Brighton offers breathtaking views of the sea. Guests can enjoy the serene water vistas from the outdoor terraces.

Luxurious Rooms with Modern Amenities
The en-suite rooms are elegantly designed with contemporary furniture and art. Guests can unwind in luxury beds, and some rooms even offer the flexibility of an extra bed.

Delicious Dining Experience
Indulge in modern British cuisine made from fresh, local ingredients at the restaurant with an outdoor terrace, large windows, and a conservatory. The bar also offers a large, light-filled space with marina views.

Experience seaside luxury at Malmaison Brighton. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

When travelling with a dog, please note that an extra charge of £25 for 1 dog or £40 for maximum 2 dogs, per night applies, please notify the hotel in advance. Dogs are allowed in designated guest rooms-unfortunately our Suites can't accommodate dogs- kindly note dogs cannot be left unattended in the rooms.

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

The SORA pop up takeover at Malmaison Brighton runs from 20 May to 31 August, delivering an immersive Japanese dining experience overlooking Brighton Marina. The menu features exclusive robatayaki dishes, sushi, sharing plates and signature cocktails. Breakfast rates include familiar favourites with a Japanese twist, while dinner inclusive stays offer the Taste of Sora five course sharing experience – a refined yet relaxed option for both casual dining and special occasions.Inclusions only apply for adults. Children’s Breakfast is not included in the advertised rates and the charges are as follows directly to the hotel: 0-4 years old – Breakfast Complimentary/5- 11 years old – Breakfast charged at 50% full price/ 12 and over breakfast charged at full adult price. Kids Dinner Menu also available.

Please note that extra beds and cots must be confirmed with the hotel prior to arrival, customers will be required to settle children's extra bed charges (GBP 30 per night) directly with the hotel.

There is free parking at the Marina multi-storey car park (BN2 5WA), which is only 3 minutes away from the hotel on foot. This is owned and operated by Brighton Marina. You won't need a ticket and please ignore the 4 hour max. stay signs, as this no longer applies. If you park on level 6 there is a foot bridge leading on to the boardwalk, which will provide easy access to the hotel. If you are staying with us over the weekend, please do not park on level 8 & 9 due to Sunday car boot sale.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for £45 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 4928 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Kenneth couple gb
9
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Funmbi solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Looks exactly like the pictures, beautiful space. Check in was easy and staff were helpful

Cons:

A good distance from Brighton town centre

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple gb
8
Only one night stay but would happily come back for longer
Pros:

Great location and lovely reception staff (short stay so only met them)

Cons:

Sound insulation in rooms could be better

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Dave couple gb
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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chamberlain family_with_children gb
7
Pros:

The room and bathroom and beds were very comfortable.
Continental breakfast was very good, great yogurt, fruit and pastries etc
The main hotel bar/restaurant and outside area were lovely.
The staff were great!

Cons:

As with most hotels there were very large pillows which doesn't suit everyone - would be great to give people a choice of one thick and one thin.
The decor in the room was quite strange visually and conceptually - breeze block wallpaper?
The cooked breakfasts were poor - dry and over cooked.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Bonita couple au
8
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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OGLVDN Friends getaway Brighton, East Sussex, England
10
Meg for employee of the month
Pros:

Dinner in SoRa Meg was unbelievable gave the best recommendations and really looked after us service impeccable! Great food would come Back for sure!

2026-07-01 via Tripadvisor
4
489pollys Friends getaway
10
Great cocktails, food & service in Sora!
Pros:

We had a delicious meal in Sora! Meg who served us was so helpful and gave us great recommendations on what to have. The cocktail were delicious. It is definitely worth a visit!

2026-07-01 via Tripadvisor
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Pete extended_group gb
3
Excellent location but small rooms and too expensive,
Pros:

Breakfast was good, enjoyed sea view

Cons:

rooms were small, ill equiped, staff inexperienced and too young/casual for Hotel type. there were a couple of staff members that were polite and pleasant and knew their jobs.
I thought it was overpriced. did not match our previous experience 6 years ago.
no toilet brush!

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Dave couple gb
9
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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OnAir798278 Friends getaway
10
Relaxing getaway
Pros:

We had another great stop over in Brighton and stayed at the Malmaison.

The Sora pop up is a great experience, would thoroughly recommend it.

Thank you to all the staff for making this trip a relaxing getaway.

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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Carly couple gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Lesley couple gb
9
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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monicaetabe Family
10
Fantastic place
Pros:

We had our wedding at this lovely venue, the whole team were amazing and we like to thank all of them for their wonderful hospitality and professionalism, I would like to give a special thank you to Ibrahim who was with us and looking after us to make sure our day was special, also Dasi who was the arranging the wedding from the beginning, also Meg and Zack
We truly enjoyed our day and we are so glad we did choose your venue
Monica & Frazer

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
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Sarah family_with_children gb
4
The hotel shouldn't have accepted our booking with a large wedding taking place
Pros:

Spacious, modern room and bathroom. All perfectly clean and fresh.

Cons:

We had booked requesting a quiet room as my son had exams the next morning but we were put in a room above a wedding party who then spilled out onto a terrace outside and the noise was unescapable even with the windows closed on a hot summer's evening. It's great that there is somewhere to park but be warned it's a bit wild in the rain carrying bags across the wooden walkway / bridge.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Angie couple gb
5
Expensive, without quality.
Pros:

Amazing reception staff. Bedding was crisp and clean.

Cons:

Room was soulless with stains on the seating area and a patch of threadbare carpet. Only one lift working, hence long wait for lift.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Caroline couple gb
7
Pros:

Location & staff

Cons:

Very noisy

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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jasonw143 Business London, England
10
MalMaison Hotel Brighton Marina is a luxury, stylish,modern hotel in the heart of Brighton Marina. It’s just the best..
Pros:

The MalMaison is a luxury, stylish,modern hotel in the heart of Brighton Marina with a relaxing, calm environment with amazing staff that always go that extra mile to welcome you and to ensure your stay is special, so that you can unwind within their restaurant/bar or the outdoor seating area, enjoying a G&T or one of their many cocktails, as you watch the sunset over Brighton.

The MalMaison is a modern and stylish hotel located on Mermaids Walk that sits above the restaurants within Brighton Marina which overlooks the elegant Marina, that has thousands of boats from luxury yachts to private/commercial vessels of many different sizes and charter fishing boats trips, plus much much more..

The Hotel
The hotel has 4 floors, G,1,2,3 which spreads along the length of the Marina with 2 entrances into the hotel via the main road.. The Strand, just opposite the harvester and the 2nd via Mermaids walk. Reception is located on the 2nd floor.
Where you’ll be welcomed by professional and friendly staff. There is a very comfortable seating area by reception where you can relax, if checking is busy.
The 2nd floor is where you will find, the Restaurant, Bar, Seating area both inside and outside, Conference Suites, Washrooms, Guest Services.

Free Parking -(Level 6)
There is plenty of parking spaces within the Multi Store Carpark. There is FREE parking for Hotel Guests on LEVEL 6, should you park on any other levels than level 6 then this will be chargeable via the pay machines..
Please do take note of the height restrictions within the carpark.

Restaurant & Bar
The restaurant is very elegant with a calming environment, where you can sit in comfort and talk around the table with your group without having the need to shout.
The menu has a great selection of premier quality food, that’s delivered and prepared daily and cooked to your requirements.
The restaurant is also where you will take breakfast. Where you will find everything you can imagine wanting to eat for breakfast it’s there.

The Bar
The bar is located between Reception and the restaurant where you will find a wide range of spirits, cocktails, beers, and soft drink.. there is plenty of seating inside and out on the Terrace.

Bedrooms
There are a number of levels of rooms available to meet all budgets. From a standard inland room to Deluxe Seaview rooms with balconies or tryout one of the amazing stylish themed suites.. that have been style with an Ibiza theme..!!! “Ibiza by day” & “Ibiza by night”
which ever room you select, you’re won’t be disappointed as all rooms have been recently refurbished, modern style and to the highest standards.
I highly recommend you in investing that little bit more on your room..
Treat yourself and book a Seaview Room with balcony. The views overlooking the Marina is priceless.

Staff & Cleanliness
I’ve stayed at the MalMaison for many years and I have to say, I’ve never been disappointed. All staff members from reception, the cleaners, the bar& restaurant staff are super friendly, very professional and make you feel important. They take away any issue you have and make it theirs, so you can relax and enjoy your stay.
I do have the point out 2 amazing staff members, who always seems to know what you need before you tell them, theirtheir professionalism in understanding their guests, is totally amazing, excellent customer services. These staff should be rewarded for what they do for MalMaison..

Connor King & Meghan on Reception desk.. I personally thank you for making everything just perfect with my stays.. massive well done and thank you again..

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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martinc938 Couples London, England
2
Restaurant closed at 7:30 on a Weekend.
Pros:

On visit to bar and Restaurant i ordered drinks. Service charge added without knowing until I checked my bill. There may be a notice but I couldn't see it. Ordered a 2nd round of drinks but told bar tender to remove the SC. He did. Then at 7:30 I was taken into the restaurant? At 7:35 we were escorted back out as it was now closed? 7:30. Back in the bar i was told I could order food to have in there? Not happy. Also only Sushi? I wanted a proper meal. Very disappointed and extremely poor service.
Poor experience.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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John couple gb
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee